Mommy & Me : 1st Birthday Session

It’s always so rewarding when I get to photograph a family again and again over time… seeing everyone growing and changing, and adding new babies as they come along! A little over a year ago, I photographed Emily with Riley growing in her belly… and now she’s here and celebrating her 1st birthday. She is one of the cutest and happiest babies around.

As often happens, Emily first wanted just photos of the baby, but I always encourage Mom to participate in the photo shoot as well! If you are a mom, how often do you get to relax and be pampered with professional makeup? And dress up in pretty dresses?? Plus, as Riley grows up, she will LOVE having these special portraits of her with her mama.

Emily even made this adorable 1st birthday outfit herself! How totally adorable…